botox bladder injections

 To treat urge incontinence or overactive bladder, a urologist can inject Botox into your bladder. This helps the muscles relax, which will give you more time to get to the bathroom when you feel the need to urinate. The injections are done in the clinic, and most patients tolerate the injections well.

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botox for overactive bladder

 How it works Botulinum toxin, the active ingredient in Botox, prevents the release of acetylcholine from nerve endings. Acetylcholine is one of the chemicals that causes the muscle cells in the bladder wall to contract. When this chemical is prevented from acting on the muscle cells, the bladder muscle relaxes, allowing the bladder to fill without contracting and causing urinary urgency.
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bladder botox

 You can take the following steps to minimize the risk of complications from Botox injections: Make sure your doctor is certified in urology or urologic surgery. Find out if the doctor is proficient and experienced with this procedure. Tell your doctor about all medications, vitamins, and supplements you're taking. Some of them may increase your risk of side effects. Tell your doctor about any medical conditions you have. Get an MRI of your bladder before the injections to make sure you don't have a bladder tumor that could cause complications during or after the injection procedure.
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